WELCOME TO CULINARY ARTS
The nationally recognized Culinary Arts specialization (accredited through the American Culinary Federation) at Pierpont provides an outstanding foundation for students interested in pursuing a career in the food service industry. Upon graduation, students in the Culinary Arts specialization will be eligible to become Certified Culinarians.
Basic courses in the degree give knowledge in: sanitation, equipment, food purchasing, food merchandising, quantity foods, and personnel management. Both theoretical and practical cooking is explored. Successful students can expect to qualify for entry- to mid-level food service positions upon graduation or may choose to articulate into a Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management or similar degree.
Admission
Admission to the Culinary Arts program is competitive. Applications should be received by April 1 of each year for admission into the fall program. Applicants to the program must have:
Once admitted a student must meet the following standards to continue in the program:
In the event a student does not achieve the minimum program standards, program readmission will be determined on an individual basis. This will be decided by the Admissions Committee on the basis of qualifications of the student and upon a space available. Students in good standing who withdraw from the program for unpredictable or uncontrollable reasons will be given priority consideration if they reapply.
